Drive (2011)

Directed by Nicolas Winding Refn
← Inspired by 6 films
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Films that influenced Drive

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  1. Bullitt (1968)
    "Directed by Nicolas Winding Refn, *Drive* features meticulously crafted car chases that pay homage to the realism and intensity of *Bullitt*." Bullitt Wikipedia
  2. Thief (1981)
    "Nicolas Winding Refn's *Drive* mirrors *Thief* in its neo-noir aesthetic, focusing on a solitary protagonist involved in criminal activities. The film's atmospheric visuals and synth-heavy soundtrack are reminiscent of the mood established in *Thief*." To Understand the Modern Crime Thriller, Watch Michael Mann’s Thief Bilge Ebiri Vulture
  3. Citizen Kane (1941)
    "Called Kane's "only spiritual sequel that doesn't shrivel under comparison" — formal ambition and mogul-as-cult-figure thematic territory." source
  4. The French Connection (1971)
    "Refn's LA crime film inherits French Connection's relationship to its city as character and the silent-pursuit set piece as cinematic event." source
  5. Chinatown (1974)
    "This film embodies the neo-noir aesthetic and themes of "Chinatown," portraying a stoic protagonist navigating the criminal underworld of Los Angeles." 10 Movies Inspired By Roman Polanski’s Chinatown Angelo Delos Trinos ScreenRant
  6. Death Proof (2007)
    "Nicolas Winding Refn's neo-noir action drama shares stylistic elements with "Death Proof," including a focus on car stunts and a retro aesthetic. Both films draw inspiration from 1970s car chase movies." Bfi source

Drive (2011), directed by Nicolas Winding Refn, was inspired by 6 earlier films — including Bullitt, Thief, and Citizen Kane. Check out the citations below.